Melissa Valenzuela
Santa Paula
Summary
Industrious Warehouse Supervisor brings expertise in stock auditing and warehouse organization. Adds value through strong knowledge of inventory and warehouse management and motivating team leadership. Excels in fast-paced environments with changing conditions and considerable time pressure.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Warehouse Supervisor
Fruit Growers Supply
Santa Paula
08.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily warehouse operations and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated inventory management using warehouse management systems for accuracy.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for efficient material handling.
- Oversaw loading and unloading processes to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements to optimize space utilization in the warehouse.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure equipment functionality and safety standards.
- Managed scheduling of shifts to align with operational needs and staffing levels.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support supply chain objectives effectively.
- Supervised loading and unloading of materials from incoming trucks.
- Monitored warehouse operations to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Maintained and updated inventory records accurately.
- Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists and invoices.
- Addressed any problems that may arise during day-to-day operations in a timely manner.
- Monitored daily shipping, handling and receiving to promote smooth operations within warehouse.
- Directed receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance services.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Provided leadership to motivate staff members to achieve performance goals.
- Conducted training sessions for new employees on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials.
- Managed daily cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory levels at all times.
- Reviewed inventory sheet against shipments received and alerted manager of discrepancies.
- Developed plans for reorganizing storage areas as necessary based on product volume changes.
- Complied with standards and protocol requirements regarding warehouse operations, shipping and receiving and material handling.
- Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors, and transport companies.
- Collected stock location orders and printed requests to maintain inventory control.
Warehouse Worker
Fruit Growers Supply
Santa Paula
11.2023 - 08.2025
- Operated forklifts to transport products within warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments while adhering to safety protocols.
- Organized inventory and maintained optimal storage conditions for perishables.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline packing and shipping processes.
- Assisted in training new employees on warehouse operations and safety standards.
- Monitored stock levels and reported discrepancies to management promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization throughout the warehouse environment.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
Sales Associate
Fruit Growers Supply
Santa Paula
12.2015 - 04.2025
- Built rapport with clients by providing quality customer service and problem solving
- Established personal connections with customers, exceeding customer service expectations
- Trained store personnel on how to interact with customers, not just sell items
- Communicated with customers daily, provided friendly and courteous service, and answered questions
- Streamlined inventory management to eliminate the need for stock replenishment
- Performed a full audit of inventory and sales reports, ensuring accuracy
- Trained store personnel on the company's products, services, customer service, and appreciation
- Accurately tracked customer orders, identified, and resolved any issues during order fulfillment
- Managed a cash register with an average of $[x] in sales each day
- Communicated with customer support for clarity on questions that were not answered in the online FAQs
Shuttle Driver / Parts Delivery
Santa Paula Chevrolet
Santa Paula
03.2005 - 05.2012
- Trained new drivers on the company's delivery process and effective customer service practices
- Maintained excellent punctuality, customer service, and efficiency, receiving top ratings for years
- Drive customers home/work in an efficient, safe and timely manner
- Maintain regular cleanliness to delivery vehicle
- Use navigation apps to determine the safest and quickest route
- Answer phone calls
- Make appointments
- Wash cars when help was needed
- Go on test drives with mechanics
- File paperwork
Education
Biology geometry science -
Santa Paula high school
Santa Paula, CA 04.2001 - 06.2004
Skills
- Basic math
- Computer literacy
- Communication skills
- Computer skills
- Sales
- Cashiering
- Cash handling
- Microsoft excel
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Spanish
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Warehouse operations
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Process improvement
- Team leadership
- Quality control
- Scheduling management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
Languages
Spanish
Professional
A1
Timeline
Warehouse Supervisor
Fruit Growers Supply
08.2025 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Fruit Growers Supply
11.2023 - 08.2025
Sales Associate
Fruit Growers Supply
12.2015 - 04.2025
Shuttle Driver / Parts Delivery
Santa Paula Chevrolet
03.2005 - 05.2012
Biology geometry science -
Santa Paula high school
04.2001 - 06.2004